One. Are imitation bricks made of full-body ceramic?
1、Antique-style bricks are not necessarily made of full-body ceramic. To determine if a tile is a full-body ceramic tile, you can typically assess its water absorption rate. Tiles with a water absorption rate of less than 0.5% are full-body ceramic tiles. These tiles have low water absorption, high density, and hardness, and are typically used for flooring.
2. However, imitation antique bricks are a type of glazed ceramic tile. Their bodies are made of earthenware (with a water absorption rate of approximately 3%) or earthenware (with a water absorption rate of approximately 8%), including full-body imitation antique bricks, semi-gloss and full-gloss imitation antique bricks, etc. only a small portion of imitation antique bricks with a water absorption rate below 5% are made of full-body material. Imitation antique bricks are typically used for wall and floor decoration.
Two. Are antique bricks made of full porcelain or semi-porcelain?
There are both full-porcelain and half-porcelain imitation bricks. Full-porcelain imitation bricks have a higher density, lower water absorption rate, and greater hardness. Imitation bricks are a type of glazed ceramic tiles, with bodies primarily made of clay or ceramic materials. They are typically used on building floors. When selecting imitation bricks, it is generally necessary to consider factors such as wear resistance, hardness, and water absorption rate. Specifically, the water absorption rate will affect the cleaning procedures for imitation bricks. Imitation bricks with a higher water absorption rate have a lower density and more porous structure. Imitation bricks with a lower water absorption rate have a higher density and possess good water resistance and stain resistance. The water absorption rate of imitation bricks can be tested by dripping water onto the back of the brick and observing the absorption speed.
Three. Differences between full-glazed and semi-glazed tiles
1、Fully vitrified tiles have high hardness, are resistant to breakage, have excellent anti-fouling properties, and have low water absorption and good flatness. Partially vitrified tiles have low hardness, are prone to breakage, are easily permeable, and have poor gloss.
2. The absorption rate of full ceramic is very low, allowing for application without soaking. However, half ceramic also requires soaking before application, similar to how red bricks don't feel fully fired. The surface of the bricks is also different, and the price is different. A closer look can still reveal the differences.